Develop pushing on the move, Game 4 v4, rules - to score a point, player must ball through cones(gates) to score point, to gain extra point ,team member to receive ball on the move, 2nd rule , all players to be moving at all times
Correct technique, hand position, ball on the front foot, correct body position- head and body over ball, eyes behind ball, shoulders pointing in the direction of where ball is going
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
A few weeks into the league season, poor first touches are costing teams the ball. Coach body shape, scanning and receiving on the move to keep possession.
Pre-season fitness fades fast once the league starts. Build conditioning into ball work and use rolling subs well to keep your squad sharp all season.
The first weeks of the season decide whether a junior or new player sticks with adult hockey. Here is how to keep them safe, give them a clear job and build their confidence from the very first bully.